EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Center for Native American and Indigenous Research Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences   The Center for Native American and Indigenous Research (CNAIR) operates as a hub for multi-disciplinary, collaborative work informed by and responsive to Native American and Indigenous nations, communities, and organizations. We foster an innovative and Indigenous-centered intellectual space that is open to multiple modes of engagement for faculty, students, staff, and community members. The Center commits to developing and promoting reciprocal and sovereignty-affirming relationships and partnerships with Native American and Indigenous communities.      The Executive Director plays the key leadership role in the management of CNAIR’s day-to-day operations including implementing key strategic goals, securing and managing CNAIR’s funding and managing CNAIR’s personnel and budget.  The Executive Director leads public/community outreach and...

The American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC) is the collective spirit and unifying voice of our nation's tribal colleges and universities (TCUs). AIHEC supports American Indian and Alaska Native higher education through dedicated research and programmatic initiatives designed to strengthen Native languages, cultures, and Tribal communities. By leveraging its unique position, AIHEC serves as a collaborative partner, providing essential services to member institutions and emerging TCUs. Additionally, AIHEC produces the Tribal College Journal (TCJ), a premier national publication sharing insights on American Indian education. Position Summary The Human Resources Generalist supports the organization's human resources operations by administering key functions, including recruitment and onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, payroll support, performance management, and HR compliance. Working closely with leadership and staff, this position helps ensure...

SUMMARY:  Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College (SCTC) is seeking a dynamic and committed President who can provide the leadership needed to guide the College on its future path and who can ensure the College's mission and purposes are realized on behalf of the students, the community, and the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe (SCIT). To act as the chief administrator and educational leader of the College, who is responsible for the organizational structure of the College and for all executive and administrative duties in connection with the daily operation of the College. The president will lead a team of administrators, faculty, and staff to carry out the College's unique mission and vision and to meet the challenges of growth. The president will ensure SCTC can sustain a significant online footprint and simultaneously increase enrollment in face-to-face campus classes. SCTC's President will need to have passion for and understanding of higher education to effectively support those...

Position Summary The Financial Operations Specialist provides direct, hands-on support to Tribal Colleges and  Universities (TCUs) to address financial management challenges and strengthen audit readiness.  The Specialist works directly with TCU finance staff to triage audit findings, support corrective  actions, and provide targeted training and technical assistance.  This position reports to the Senior Director of Member and Student Services. Key Responsibilities • Financial & Audit Triage o Respond to requests from TCUs experiencing financial or audit-related challenges o Conduct structured assessments of financial processes, controls, and reporting gaps o Escalate complex or high-risk issues as needed o Work closely with AIHEC CFO and Finance Team to ensure alignment with standards o Track recurring financial and audit issues across TCUs to inform AIHEC technical  assistance and policy priorities • Audit Readiness & Follow-Through o Assist TCUs in...